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NASA Force Recruits Top Engineers for U.S. Space Program
Innovation22h ago

NASA Force Recruits Top Engineers for U.S. Space Program

NASA and the U.S. Office of Personnel Management just launched NASA Force, a new talent pipeline bringing America's best engineers and technologists directly into the space program. If you've ever dreamed of working on moon missions or Mars exploration, your path just got clearer.

NASA2 min read
Japanese Startup's Kairos Rocket Aims for Third Launch
Innovation2d ago

Japanese Startup's Kairos Rocket Aims for Third Launch

After two unsuccessful attempts, Space One is launching its Kairos rocket today, aiming to deliver five satellites to orbit. The Tokyo startup dreams of launching 30 missions per year by the 2030s.

Space.com2 min read
ULA Vulcan Rocket Succeeds Despite Mid-Flight Booster Issue
InnovationFeb 13

ULA Vulcan Rocket Succeeds Despite Mid-Flight Booster Issue

A United Launch Alliance rocket completed its mission flawlessly Thursday morning, even after one of its boosters developed a visible problem just 20 seconds after liftoff. The successful launch proves the spacecraft's resilience and marks another win for America's space capabilities.

Google: SpaceX launch success2 min read
Natilus Unveils Double-Decker Plane That Burns 30% Less Fuel
InnovationFeb 11

Natilus Unveils Double-Decker Plane That Burns 30% Less Fuel

An aerospace company just revealed a revolutionary double-decker aircraft that could transform air travel while slashing fuel consumption by nearly a third. The innovative blended-wing design might finally make flying both cheaper and cleaner.

New Atlas3 min read
European Startup Reaches Mach 6 in 9-Month Sprint
InnovationFeb 11

European Startup Reaches Mach 6 in 9-Month Sprint

A European defense startup just hit hypersonic speeds in its first test flight, going from design to launch in just nine months. The privately funded achievement could reshape how quickly new aerospace technology reaches the skies.

Google News - Startup Success2 min read
Startup Raises $300M to Make Helicopters Safer to Fly
InnovationFeb 4

Startup Raises $300M to Make Helicopters Safer to Fly

A California company just hit unicorn status with technology that makes flying helicopters as simple as swiping a phone screen. The innovation could save lives by automating the most dangerous parts of flight.

TechCrunch2 min read
SpaceX Launches Jam-Proof GPS Satellite in Record Time
InnovationJan 28

SpaceX Launches Jam-Proof GPS Satellite in Record Time

SpaceX just set a new speed record for national security launches, getting a critical GPS satellite from delivery to orbit in just 41 days. The ninth advanced navigation satellite now helps protect positioning systems from interference while honoring a fallen Challenger hero.

Google News - Science2 min read
NASA Gets Fighter Jets to Chase Supersonic Quiet Plane
InnovationJan 28

NASA Gets Fighter Jets to Chase Supersonic Quiet Plane

NASA just added two retired F-15 fighter jets to help test a revolutionary aircraft that breaks the sound barrier without ear-splitting sonic booms. If successful, the X-59 could cut cross-country flight times in half.

Space.com2 min read
Earthquake Sensors Now Track Falling Space Junk in Real Time
InnovationJan 26

Earthquake Sensors Now Track Falling Space Junk in Real Time

Scientists have discovered that earthquake sensors can detect sonic booms from falling space debris, helping predict where dangerous objects will land. The breakthrough could prevent weeks-long searches for toxic spacecraft fragments.

Smithsonian2 min read
Mars 3D Printing Breakthrough Uses Planet's Own Air
VideosJan 19

Mars 3D Printing Breakthrough Uses Planet's Own Air

Scientists just discovered that astronauts can 3D print metal tools on Mars using the planet's carbon dioxide atmosphere instead of expensive imported gases. This game-changing discovery could save millions and bring permanent Mars settlements one step closer to reality.

Phys.org3 min read